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Yes! according to the Halakhah (Jewish law) it's a Mitzva (imperative) to have a blood transfusion when needed, since it's a Mitzva to save one's life.

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Yes, it's permitted in Judaism. Jehovah's Witnesses, a denomination of Christianity, is the only major religious group that objects to blood transfusions.

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Yes, Jews can give or receive blood for any medical reason.

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Do Jews accept blood transfusions?

Yes.


What is a blood bank for?

A blood bank is for people to donate blood and to receive blood that people donated to get blood transfusions.


i caught heppititus from one of many blood transfusions over the years, can I still receive blood transfusions at this point?

You sure can! You are just unable to give or donate blood from now on.


How often can a person receive blood transfusions?

All the time. They are totally safe! sometimes tasty


How do blood types interact with each other?

AB positive blood type is known as the universal recipient which means that persons with AB positive blood can recieve transfusions from any blood type, positive or negative. Generally, transfusions of the same blood type or of blood type O can be given. Persons with blood types that are RH positive can be given transfusions of either the positive OR negative subtype, but persons with RH negative blood types can only receive transfusions from other RH negative blood types.


Are blood transfusions still an acceptable form of treatment?

No. Blood transfusions are not an acceptable medical treatment for anyone who is a JW. One can receive treatments and surgery that are blood free and perfectly safe. == Blood transfusions for Jehovah's Witnesses are now down to personal conscience, but they are widely discouraged. But ultimately this doctine has been taken completely out of context, and other teachings of God are being ignored.


What year did blood transfusions become safe?

Nowadays blood is screened for illnesses before it is used in transfusions.


What age group requires the most blood transfusions per year?

O group because O blood is a universal donor but only can receive type O blood for their body


What do Rh and blood types have to do with each other?

Rh is a blood group system used for blood transfusions. Many people have the Rh factor on the red blood cell's surface that determine who they can give and receive blood from.


Why is the transmission of HIV by blood transfusions now very rare?

Because blood is screened and sterilized before transfusions.


Can an individual with type AB blood receive blood from all other blood types and thus become the universal recipient?

Because it is a combination of all blood types. Therefore, you are able to receive all blood types. So, the answer to the question summary is yes. Just be careful when receiving blood transfusions.


What is five reason for blood transfusion?

TraumaSurgeryTraumatic injury that produces a great deal of blood lose must be treated with a blood transfusion. When the blood supply dips dangerously low due to a traumatic injury, the body goes into shock which can be fatal if the blood supply is not restored. Blood transfusions are used to restore the blood supply in such cases. Clotting DisordersSurgery patients can lose a great deal of blood during an operation. To keep the body from going into shock, many patients receive blood transfusions while they are still on the operating table. Surgery patients usually receive full blood transfusions to restore the blood supply just like traumatic injury patients. According to the American Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, nearly one in three heart surgery patients need a transfusion during their surgery. AnemiaIndividuals who have clotting disorders such as hemophilia often require blood transfusions. Because their blood lacks the factor needed to stop bleeding, even a minor injury can cause a great loss of blood. Hemophiliacs will receive many blood transfusions throughout their life, and internal injuries from falls or accidents can be a cause of great concern. In a hemophiliac, fresh, healthy blood is used to restore the blood flow and help the body clot when necessary. CancerAnemia occurs when the blood does not produce enough iron and it can cause illness and general feelings of being unwell. Anemia is caused by a number of different ailments, but those with kidney problems most commonly receive blood transfusions that restore the iron level in the blood and help patients to feel better as they deal with the underlying illness.Cancer patients who undergo radiation often end up with anemia as a side effect. Blood transfusions are used in such cases to restore normal levels in the blood and create a healthier body that can undergo and deal with radiation and chemotherapy better. Cancer patients may not receive full blood transfusions but rather are often transfused with certain parts of the blood, such as platelets.